The Dr. G. W. Williams Secondary School Business
Department
Course Outline: BBB 4M – Grade 12 International Business
*This course counts as one credit toward the Business Certificate and SHSM certificate.
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This course provides an overview of the importance of international business and trade
in the global economy and explores the factors that influence success in international
markets. Students will learn about the techniques and strategies associated with
marketing, distribution, and managing international business effectively. This course
prepares students for postsecondary programs in business, including international
business, marketing, and management.
COURSE MATERIALS: Text book: International Business Canada and Global Trade
(Nelson), Replacement cost $80.00
In this course, you will be expected to provide evidence that you can:
Strand 1 – Business, Trade, and the Economy
 Demonstrate an understanding of terminology, concepts, and basic business
communication practices related to international business;
 Analyse the impact of international business activity on Canada’s economy;
 Demonstrate an understanding of how international business and economic
activities increase the interdependence of nations.
Strand 2 – The Global Environment for Business
 Analyse ways in which Canadian businesses have been affected by
globalization;
 Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that influence a country’s ability to
participate in international business;
 Assess the effects of current trends in global business activity and economic
conditions.
Strand 3 – Factors Influencing Success in International Markets
 Analyse the ways in which cultural factors influence international business
methods and operations;
 Assess the ways in which political, economic, and geographic factors influence
international business methods and operations;
 Identify and describe common mistakes made by businesses in international
markets;
 Evaluate the factors currently affecting the international competitiveness of
Canadian businesses.
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Strand 4 – Market Challenges and Approaches, and Distribution
 Assess the challenges facing a business that wants to market a product
internationally;
 Compare the approaches taken by various companies to market their products
internationally;
 Demonstrate an understanding of the logistics of, and challenges associated
with, distribution to local, national, and international markets.
Strand 5 – Working in International Markets
 Analyse the ways in which ethical considerations affect international business
decisions;
 Assess the working environment in international markets;
 Demonstrate an understanding of the process for crossing international borders
as it relates to international business.
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION:
Achievement Chart for Business Studies. The achievement chart identifies four categories each
with four levels of achievement. Throughout the semester, we will provide you with various
opportunities (e.g., tests, quizzes, case studies, exercises, assignments, projects, homework
checks, oral presentations, and computer lab work) to demonstrate your achievement of the
curriculum expectations across all four categories. Achievement at Level 1 will earn a mark of 50
– 59%, Level 2 is 60 – 69%, Level 3 is 70 – 79%, and Level 4 is 80 – 100%. Level 3 is the provincial
standard. Students who are achieving at least level 3 (i.e. 70+ %) are well prepared for work in
the next grade. Additionally, you will receive regular feedback from your teacher that will come
in the form of direct, corrective comments, or in the form of grades or levels.
Your final mark will appear on the report card as a percent. It is policy that 70% of your final mark
will be based on assessments that occur throughout the term and 30% will be based on the final
summative assessments that occur towards the end of the course. The components of your final
mark are shown in the chart on the back of this page.
You will be expected to demonstrate your understanding of these key learnings through your
knowledge, thinking, communication and application of the learning.
Knowledge
Emphasizes the ability to recall factual information, recognize
fundamental concepts and the foundational skills of the
subject/discipline.
17.5%
Thinking
Emphasizes the thinking skills used in thinking processes to demonstrate
the student’s understanding of information they have processed.
17.5%
Communication
Emphasizes the clear, precise and effective use of oral, written and
visual language to communicate the student’s understanding of
information and ideas
17.5%
Application
Emphasizes the application and integration of knowledge, skills,
processes and techniques to produce evidence of the student’s
understanding.
17.5%
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How will you demonstrate your learning? (what you say, write and do)
70% of your learning will be assessed through:
30% of your learning will be assess at the end of the course (last
four weeks of the semester)through:
Formative and Summative
Evaluations
Final Performance Task (15%)
Final Exam (15%)
100% of your learning will be recorded as:
Final Grade on Report Card
LEARNING SKILLS AND WORK HABITS:
Learning Skills (responsibility, organization, independent work, collaboration, initiative, & selfregulation) will be reported on with a letters (N - Needs Improvement, S - Satisfactory, G - Good,
E - Excellent). Concentrating on these skills supports a high level of success in meeting the course
expectations.
Responsibility
Completes and submits class work, homework, and assignments according to
agreed-upon timelines
Takes responsibility for and manages own behaviour
Organization
Devises and follows a plan and process for completing work and tasks
Establishes priorities and manages time to complete tasks and achieve goals
Independent Work
Uses class time appropriately to complete tasks
Follows instructions with minimal supervision
Collaboration
Responds positively to the ideas, opinions, values and traditions of others
Shares information, resources, and expertise and promotes critical thinking to
solve problems and make decisions
Initiative
Demonstrates the capacity for innovation and a willingness to take risks
Demonstrates curiosity and interest in learning
Self-Regulation
Sets own individual goals and monitors progress towards achieving them
Seeks clarification or assistance when needed
LATE POLICY FOR WORK TO BE HANDED IN:
Meeting deadlines is an important responsibility and students cannot earn a grade for work that
they do not submit. An effort will be made to set reasonable timelines for assignments and ask
for student input in determining due dates. Students will develop self-advocacy skills in
negotiating varied timelines if needed. As per the YRDSB Board Procedure #305.1 (page 9) of
Timely Completion and Submission of Assignments for Evaluation,
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Grade 7-12; written assignments that are submitted past the due date will be deducted
10% each day. After 5 days, a mark of zero will be assigned.
Presentations must be presented on the date assigned by the teacher unless exceptional
circumstances arise. If a student has an anticipated absence (e.g., field trip, medical
appointment) it is expected that they speak with the teacher directly prior to the date to discuss
missed content or alternative assessment arrangements or obtain handouts or materials. In the
case of illness or family emergency on a due date / test date it is expected that the classroom
teacher is notified directly by a parent / guardian or student (if 18 years or older).
DEPARTMENT EXPECTATIONS:
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It is expected that you will:
Arrive on time for class
Bring proper equipment (notebook, textbook, pencil, eraser, calculator)
Listen attentively and take proper notes
Participate – give answers orally, put solutions on the board, ask questions, help others
Tell your teacher in advance if you know you are going to be away
Get caught up with your notes and assignments if you are absent
Do your homework regularly
ACADEMIC HONESTY:
It is the responsibility of students to be academically honest in all aspects of their school work. A
student who cheats on tests, or presents the work done by others as if it were his/her own
(plagiarizes), is being academically dishonest. In all cases, your teacher will conference with you
regarding the dishonest behaviour and the subsequent actions required. Depending on the
severity of the infraction and/or the number of instances, the consequences for academic
dishonesty may include contact with your parents, an alternate assignment, or a mark of zero
(which in some cases could result in the loss of the credit).
TECHNOLOGICAL DEVICES:
Please refer to the student agenda book for more detailed information regarding policies and
procedures regarding technology.
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